Item 6AAGENDA ITEM #6A
MARCH 27, 2006
STAFF REPORT
City of Atlantic Beach
Commission Meeting
AGENDA ITEM: Resolution for Emergency Communications Operators
DATE: Mazch 13, 2006
SUBMITTED BY: David E. Thomps~ hief of Poiice/DPS
BACKGRQUND:
Apri19-15, 2006 has been designated National Emergency Communications Week. The
Department of Public Safety would like for the City Commission to recognize the critical
services that aze provided by Atlantic Beach Emergency Communications Operators 365
days per yeaz, 24 hours per day.
The work is very stressful, and the shifts are out of step with the rest of the world. Yet,
we have outstanding, dedicated professionals who fill this niche and assure the highest
levels of service to citizens of the City of Atlantic Beach.
The attached resolution provides an opportunity for the City Officials to show their
appreciation for the Emergency Communications Operators and the support staff that
keeps them operational.
BUDGET: None
RECOMMENDATIONS: To approve the attached resolution for National Emergency
Communications Week.
ATTACHMENTS: Proposed Resolution
REVIEWED BY CITY MANAGER:
AGE A ITEM NUMBER:
AGENDA ITEM #6A
MARCH 27, 2006
RESOLUTION NO: 06-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH, FLORIDA,
TO RECOGNIZE AND SHOW APPRECIATION FOR EMERGENCY
COMMUNICATIONS OPERATORS SERVING THE CITY OF ATLANTIC BEACH
Whereas, when a emergency occurs, the prompt response of police officers, firefighters and
paramedics is critical to the protection of life and preservation of property; and
Whereas, Emergency Communications Operators aze often the first and most critical contact
our citizens have with emergency services; and
Whereas, Emergency Communications Operators are the lifeline for our police officers, who
aze dependent upon the quality and accuracy of information obtained from citizens who call to
report emergencies; and
Whereas, Emergency Communications Operators have contributed substantially to the health
and safety of the citizens of the City of Atlantic Beach through timely response, accurate
dissemination of information and the coordination of emergency resources; and
Whereas, These actions have resulted in the apprehension of criminals, suppression of fires
and treatment of patients; and
Whereas, each Emergency Communications Operator has exhibited diligence, compassion,
and professionalism during the performance of their jobs in the past yeaz; and
Now therefore be it resolved, that the City of Atlantic Beach, Florida City Commission
declares the week of Apri19~' through 15~', 2006 to be National Emergency Communications
Week in Atlantic Beach, to recognize the Emergency Communications Operators of the City of
Atlantic Beach.
Presented in recognition of the men and women whose diligence and dedication keep our city
and our citizens safe.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, we have hereunto set our hands and caused the official seal of the
City of Atlantic Beach, Florida to be affixed on this day of 2006.
ATTEST:
DONNA BUSSEY DONALD M. WOLFSON
City Clerk Mayor
Approved as to form and correctness:
ALAN C. JENSEN, ESQUIRE
City Attorney